salary$40,140 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Anchorage, AK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,320per year
Top pay (top 10%)$47,080per year
Jobs in the area1,340people work this job
Can a restaurant cook afford Anchorage?
Expensive. Rent of $1,651 a month takes 49.4% of the median restaurant cook salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a restaurant cook make in Anchorage, AK?
The median pay for a restaurant cook in the Anchorage, AK area is $40,140 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $36,320 and $47,080.
Can a restaurant cook afford to live in Anchorage?
Typical rent of $1,651 a month takes 49.4% of the median restaurant cook salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Anchorage, AK metro area.